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Krasonis: “We’re all set!”

It may have been nearly six months since the curtain fell on last season at Zolder and the triumph of winning the OPEN class title, yet Thomas Krasonis hasn’t let up at all during this time.

He trained daily at the gym under the guidance of Paul Tympas, in order to be in peak physical condition ahead of the extremely demanding season. Meanwhile, in February, Thomas Krasonis competed in races at the New Smyrna track in the United States, where he had the opportunity to race against top NASCAR drivers and gain invaluable experience ahead of the new racing season.

“We’ve done plenty of winter testing, and I believe we’re fully prepared,” emphasized Thomas Krasonis, adding: “For the second consecutive season, we will be partnering with the Championship’s top team, PK Carsport, which gives me a sense of security and confidence regarding the car’s thorough preparation and our level of competitiveness.”

He continued: “I feel ready in every respect. Obviously, the start of every racing season comes with its challenges, but what we’re doing is focusing on the big picture, which is the championship! The season opener is important, but the points from each race are even more crucial. By the time the playoffs roll around, we need to have built up the biggest possible lead over the other title contenders in the V8GP. I’d especially like to thank my sponsor, Costamare Shipping Company, which is standing by my side once again this year, supporting our efforts.”

 

In Valencia for the first weekend of the new season

The big moment has arrived for Thomas Krasonis. The 2025 OPEN Class Champion in the NASCAR Euro Series is all set for the premiere of the 2026 racing season, as he is already in Valencia for the season’s first two-day race weekend.

The V8 engines will roar once again, and spectators in the stands at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo will enjoy an exciting Championship opener, full of thrills and surprises!

The 4,005-meter track consists of 14 turns and one of the longest straights, measuring 876 meters, which will set the stage for the action in this first round of the Championship.

After winning the OPEN title last season, Thomas Krasonis will compete this season in the V8GP class—formerly known as PRO—driving the No. 13 Chevrolet Camaro for the Championship’s top team, Belgium’s PK Carsport.

Costamare Shipping Company is supporting Thomas Krasonis’s efforts in the NASCAR Euro Series.

 

The three-day schedule

The race schedule begins with free practice on Friday at noon. The first V8GP free practice session starts at 3 p.m., while the second free practice session will take place at 5:15 p.m.

Saturday’s schedule for the V8GP begins with qualifying at 11 a.m., and each driver will have the opportunity to complete two fast laps. The first race of the two-day event for the top category will start at 3:30 p.m. and will consist of 18 laps or 45 minutes plus one lap.

On Sunday, a Warm-Up is scheduled for 10 a.m., while the start of the second V8PG race will be at 3:30 p.m., lasting 18 laps or 45 minutes plus one lap. All times mentioned above are Greek time.

Just like last year, ANT1+ will bring its subscribers all the action from both Saturday’s and Sunday’s races, with commentary in Greek! At the same time, there will be live coverage via the official EuroNASCAR YouTube channel